Sheep experts part II - Page 2

duncan4 · #31 03-23-2012, 06:52 PM

Pack extra shoe laces.! Ever been on top of a mountain n blow a lace. It ******in sucks. You can't go anywhere without your feet.

bdub · #32 03-23-2012, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by duncan4

Pack extra shoe laces.! Ever been on top of a mountain n blow a lace. It ******in sucks. You can't go anywhere without your feet.

Thats where the parachute cord comes in handy. Get the thin stuff from climbing shops.

Whipper Billy · #33 03-24-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Chukar Hunter

There is also an indispensable piece of gear that I recommend for any mountain hunt or adventure and that is a 100% waterproof Bivy sack. Hillebrand makes the best one for $150.

You got me interested. I could only find Hilleberg.

http://www.hilleberg.com/home/products/shelter.php

Thanks.

Setterman · #34 03-24-2012, 08:49 PM

Last 5-7 day hunt I was at 47lbs not including my gun. This year I am shooting for 40-43lbs with some new light weight gear. We take nothing extra at all. I find the best way to shave weight is to take it off your ass. Physical fitness is the key to an enjoyable hunt. Cheers SM

BackPackHunter · #35 03-25-2012, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Whipper Billy

You got me interested. I could only find Hilleberg.

http://www.hilleberg.com/home/products/shelter.php

Thanks.

Bivy sack & Claustrophobia
they seem to go together to me....

http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/161

http://www.eastonmountainproducts.com/tent/kilo1p-tent

http://www.terra-nova.co.uk/Our_Awar...test_Tent.html

tents that weight the same as bivy sacks, and have a dry spot to put ur bag

edit....sea to summit & easton cant be sent to canada yet,
not sure about the terra nova....but it looks to have to light of a floor for mtn hunting....sea to summit is a single wall, easton is a double wall

bdub · #36 03-25-2012, 03:23 PM

I would caution against a tent you had to stake out for sheep hunting. I think you would be better off with a free standing one imo.

bdub · #37 03-25-2012, 10:20 PM

Bring a little bit of bug dope depending on how early you are going and the weather.

BackPackHunter · #38 03-26-2012, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by bdub

I would caution against a tent you had to stake out for sheep hunting. I think you would be better off with a free standing one imo.

Mountain hunting is a lot of give & take...
you GIVE something up, to TAKE weight off your back...
ya it would be nice to have a free standing one but its a way to save weight
& you can always tie off to a rock,

TheRealMcCoy · #39 03-26-2012, 02:11 PM

Moleskin

209x50 · #40 03-26-2012, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRealMcCoy

Moleskin

I find duct tape much more useful than mole skin. My feet sweat a lot and moleskin doesn't stick long enough to get the sock on.

V_1 · #41 03-26-2012, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bdub

I would caution against a tent you had to stake out for sheep hunting. I think you would be better off with a free standing one imo.

Quite a few tents can be converted into 'almost free sanding' configuration by using extra cord loops and rocks instead of stakes.

bdub · #42 03-26-2012, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Weatherby420

Mountain hunting is a lot of give & take...
you GIVE something up, to TAKE weight off your back...
ya it would be nice to have a free standing one but its a way to save weight
& you can always tie off to a rock,

If you know you are going to be camping below treeline or in a sheltered spot etc. etc. than sure. If you have to camp above treeline, in the wind, maybe snow, maybe on a place where setting up a non frestanding becomes a real pain, then a free standing tent is much better. I would much rather go with a freestanding for ease of setup, ability to handle snow and wind better especially when you can get freestanding tents now that are almost the same weight as non freestanding. In my mind it is a little weight well carried just for the piece of mind and safety factor.

bdub · #43 04-01-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Marko

What does your pack weigh in at? 60-65lbs?

Had some time on days off to put it together and weigh it. With gun, binos, 2 litres water, spotting scope and tripod, no tarp, no salt and 11 mountain house meals I had left over, 500 ml white gas, right at 50 lbs. With two guys you can lighten it up quite a bit by splitting up the tent, stove spotting scope etc.

Springer · #44 07-26-2012, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 209x50

I find duct tape much more useful than mole skin. My feet sweat a lot and moleskin doesn't stick long enough to get the sock on.

I have been going over some of the old threads and Rich's comments about Moleskin and duct tape got me thinking.....Has anyone ever started their Hike/Hunt with these items on your feet before you start out ?? I seem to get that Heel blister no matter what sock's and prep i do. I am going to precut some moleskin and start out my Sheep Hunt this year with a wear pad on my heel and see how i make out..

Duk Dog · #45 07-26-2012, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Springer

I have been going over some of the old threads and Rich's comments about Moleskin and duct tape got me thinking.....Has anyone ever started their Hike/Hunt with these items on your feet before you start out ?? I seem to get that Heel blister no matter what sock's and prep i do. I am going to precut some moleskin and start out my Sheep Hunt this year with a wear pad on my heel and see how i make out..

I never have, but have always carried moleskin and duct tape in my pack just in case. Sores on the feet are always possible while sheep hunting of course but it seems weird that you always get them regardless. I'm not sure if this has happened with multiple different boot brands/models for you but you may want to consider new boots. One thing I've been told is with synthetic lined boots (ie goretex) keep the wool content below 50% for the socks and boots to be able to wick the moisture properly. And of course no cotton.

As for sweaty feet I have the same problem. I try and carry an extra pair of socks and switch them out at some point during the day. A podiatrist I've been to recently suggested I try Drysol on my feet. I was given a few little samples but haven't tried it yet.

Springer · #46 07-26-2012, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Duk Dog

I never have, but have always carried moleskin and duct tape in my pack just in case. Sores on the feet are always possible while sheep hunting of course but it seems weird that you always get them regardless. I'm not sure if this has happened with multiple different boot brands/models for you but you may want to consider new boots. One thing I've been told is with synthetic lined boots (ie goretex) keep the wool content below 50% for the socks and boots to be able to wick the moisture properly. And of course no cotton.

As for sweaty feet I have the same problem. I try and carry an extra pair of socks and switch them out at some point during the day. A podiatrist I've been to recently suggested I try Drysol on my feet. I was given a few little samples but haven't tried it yet.

I have to admit the pair of Lowa's i owned were very good to my feet and i got this crazy notion i needed a taller boot . I learned long ago what cotton socks can do to a pair of sweaty feet on myself and other guys i hiked in with. I use a liner sock and a merino sock. I was just thinking about preventative medicine of applying something before the Hot spots show up on my heel.. I may have to look into that Drysol, Duk.

#47 07-26-2012, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Springer

I have been going over some of the old threads and Rich's comments about Moleskin and duct tape got me thinking.....Has anyone ever started their Hike/Hunt with these items on your feet before you start out ?? I seem to get that Heel blister no matter what sock's and prep i do. I am going to precut some moleskin and start out my Sheep Hunt this year with a wear pad on my heel and see how i make out..

If you have some definite problem areas, I'd definitely start out with moleskin on for sure but some good advice from Duk about socks..

Duk Dog · #48 07-26-2012, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Springer

I have to admit the pair of Lowa's i owned were very good to my feet and i got this crazy notion i needed a taller boot . I learned long ago what cotton socks can do to a pair of sweaty feet on myself and other guys i hiked in with. I use a liner sock and a merino sock. I was just thinking about preventative medicine of applying something before the Hot spots show up on my heel.. I may have to look into that Drysol, Duk.

If you've had boots that have worked in the past I'd be inclined to go back that route again.

trashheap · #49 07-26-2012, 09:48 AM

Cheese cloth

nice and light, wrap it to let meat cool and keeps flies off.

newguy · #50 07-26-2012, 01:16 PM

i'm impressed. you guys sure know your sheep hunting...

down in the CNP we only spot and stalk, day trips only. rarely have we spent the night out in the mountains. it sure helps that i have some friends that live there and if need be, bring the trailer.

one thing that is vital to any successful hunt is a good paid of boots and a few pairs of socks. we all have our favorites, no need to mention any brands.
i always bring some tape to help with and blisters or chafing from the boots or socks.

another thing that someone mentioned is being in good shape for hiking. we have already climbed a few ranges these last few weeks and plan on being out every weekend and using the "jacob's ladder" at the gym in between. i have seen many friends over the years do a poor job on the first day only to not be able to get out of bed on the second day because they are sooooooooo soar.

the season looks good for us down south. we have already spotted a few nice rams. now the work begins... best of luck to all of you, keep safe.